Introducing the Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Watch. This is Louis Vuitton’s first connected watch which has the same case as the brand’s iconic Tambour Moon. This is the only luxury brand that is competing with the highly successful Hermès Watch by Apple.

Hermes Watch vs Tambour Smartwatch

Compared to the Apple Watch, the Tambour Horizon’s watch face can be customizable a number of different elements, such as stripes, personal initials, Monogram and Damier. The Tambour is a more distinctly Louis Vuitton product compared to the Hermes branded luxurious wearable tech, making it stand out more than the Apple Watch.

Check out the differences between the Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon and Apple Watch Hermès.

Tambour Watch Features

The Tambour Horizon allows users to receive text messages, access emails and various other functions through the Android Wear 2.0 system. This watch distinctive features though, are perfect for the traveler, as it comes with “My Flight” function wherein flight details such as flight times, gate number, time to destination can be accessed. Another cool feature is the “City Guide”, in connection with the brand’s published guide books. The cases are available in three finishes, Black, Monogram and Graphite.

Customized Straps

The straps are interchangeable, with a variety of styles to choose from, including Monogram Canvas, Damier Ebene, Damier Azur and Monogram Eclipse. Prices of the straps vary, depending on style, ranging from $300 – $500. The battery charger comes with two interchangeable protective key holders made of the brand’s signature leather, Monogram Canvas and Damier Graphite.

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is now available worldwide, including China.

Style & Price

Style

Price

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Black 42

$2,900.00 (USD)

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Monogram 42

$2,450.00 (USD)

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Graphite 42

$2,450.00 (USD)

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Launched in 2002, the Tambour line of chronographs from Louis Vuitton has been welcomed by brand loyalists, although it may not match the palettes of a few collectors. The brand and its workon these timepieces has borne testimony to craftsmanship and unforgivable style that is resonated through each rendition.

The freshly unveiled Tambour Blue doesn’t deviate too far from winning these accolades. The timepiece features a rich deep blue color on the dial, which is marked with the distinct back V. Available in highly contrasting brushed and polished metal finishes, the watches employ the ETA 2894.2 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. The date indicator is located between the 4th and the 5th hour marker on the right hand side of the dial. The dial is flanked by a black alligator and calf bi-material strap with blue highlights. The sapphire glass that sits atop the dial is reflection-proof, thus making reading the time a lot more comfortable at any time of the day. Last, but surely not the least, the watch is submergible up to 100 meters in water, making it durable for sports and adventure usage as well.

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Blue chronograph costs $7,700 and is expected to arrive towards the latter end of this month.

The Tambour Monogram Sun Tourbillon, a truly exceptional timepiece, retains its LV80 calibre technical sophistication, with the Louis Vuitton La Fabrique du Temps signature, and is equipped with the most famous of complications: the Tourbillon. Once juxtaposed, the two bridges, located at the centre of the dial and composed of three petals respectively, form the LV flower. Its automatic winding makes it an even rarer piece whose overall design can be admired thanks to its sapphire background.

The Tambour Monogram Sun Tourbillon would not be the same without its particular watchmaking artistry. It all hinges around the dial that is adorned with a Louis Vuitton flower. Crafted on guilloché mother-of-pearl, it stands out from a snow setting. This setting features diamonds of different sizes arranged randomly so as to completely cover the precious metal. The soft colours accentuate the delicate ornamentation in shades of white and pink mother-of-pearl, white diamonds, pink and blue sapphires.